Learn about nature with your family and have fun outdoors. Fishing is not normally allowed at Shaw Nature Reserve, but the Missouri Department of Conservation is teaming up with the Reserve to provide a special fishing experience for first-time or young anglers. Equipment, bait, and assistance will be provided. Fishing is for kids only. A parent or guardian must be present.
For families with kids ages 6-12.
At Shaw Nature Reserve, at Highway 100, south of I44 at exit 253 in Gray Summit. Cost is $12 per child for members of the Missouri Botanical Garden and $14 per child for non-members. Admission includes one adult. Registration is required.
9 to 11:30 a.m.
More information and to sign up: mobot.org
Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is hosting its annual Spring Fling for families on April 18. The fun includes an up-close look at the Longmeadow Rescue Ranch horses, wagon rides through the 165-acre state-of-the-art horse farm and animal rehabilitation facility, and lots more.
Take your family to watch birds of prey fly right over your head, meet the wonderful bird ambassadors of the World Bird Sanctuary up close and much more.
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